Not even close. That team wasn’t even close to a ring they were just hyped up to be a favorite because of the names on their roster. That season was a circus of injuries, coaching change, and multiple offensive scheme changes. Also pile on that Kobe tore his Achilles at the end of the season. That team wasn’t even close to contending for a ring and the lakers didn’t make the playoffs again after that (Howard was gone) until the bubble finals.
@@Matt-cr4vv All good points. But imagine if Howard had the maturity and work ethic required to maximize his potential despite the variables you mentioned? Once you do, you'll realize that's why I clearly said "probably"...
Torn Achilles players dont typically come back the same after that especially when you are turning 35 unless your Dominique Wilkins reason why its considered a career altering injury
